What is a GOOD PRICE TO GET THE CAR PAINTED

[AUDIOGUY]

Do not change the color... this is unbelievably labor intensive. My shop would charge in the 4k range to do a re paint job on the Boxster. You have to completely remove all trim, door handles, lights bumpers etc. I cant see a "high quality" re-paint taking away that much value. The next buyer will appreciate the effort as long as it is done well. Excellent results are achieved with taking your time while doing the refinish. Sanding between primers and coats will give you a show finish but most high production shops dont want to get involved with a project car. I fix over 225 cars per month and cant afford to put a painter on one car for days on end.

Try to find a high quality independent shop that is looking for a project. If you can be patient and give the shop the time it needs to do the job right, you will be better off in the long run.

Best of luck!